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Only plastic containers designated microwave-safe by the manufacturer are safe to use in the microwave. If a container is not ...

Are Plastic Takeout Containers Harming Your Heart Health? Here’s What New Research Reveals That quick and easy meal might be putting your heart at risk — here’s what you need to know.

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Many food containers seem recyclable, but they really aren't. Here's what to put in the recycling bin and what you should avoid. David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more than a decade ...

A hidden two-letter code stamped on plastic food containers reveals just how toxic it may be. Consumers are advised to check for labels marked PP (polypropylene) or PE (polyethylene), plastics ...

Plastic is everywhere, but it's not great for your health or the planet. NPR's Claire Murashima cut out single-use plastics for a week. Here are her tips if you're looking to do the same. 1. Look ...

Items made from black plastics, like spatulas, toys and take-out containers, may contain harmful chemicals from recycled electronics. We VERIFY data on health risks.